4-H Associate Educator

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Job Category:

Academic Staff

Employment Type:

Regular

Job Profile:

Outreach Associate

Job Summary:

The Associate 4-H Program Educator is an integral part of the UW-Madison Division of Extension and works alongside the people of Wisconsin to improve lives and communities. This Associate 4-H Program Educator will primarily serve Portage County.

The primary focus will include:

Outreach and promotion of the 4-H Community Club program, including expanding access to diverse youth and families

Plan and coordinate programs for youth

Support the development of new 4-H in school, after school, and community clubs/groups.

Assist with general support of 4-H community clubs, groups, committees, and special events

Collaborate with the Youth Development Team and other Extension Educators to support a positive youth experience

Provide administrative support across various functions, including coordination of educational programs, managing correspondence, maintaining records, and performing data entry, including through the use of 4-H Online

Complete planning and reporting processes, and effectively communicate plans, activities, and outcomes to the 4-H Program Educator, Area Extension Director, Program Managers, partners, and other relevant stakeholders

The ideal candidate is adept at building and maintaining trust-based relationships, engaging community collaborators, and applying an equity lens towards transforming lives and communities.

County Location

The main office for this position is located in Stevens Point, WI and the primary programming focus is Portage County; however, some programming may also be conducted over a broader geographical area.

In Person

It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.

Evening/Weekend Work

This position may be required to work occasional nights and weekends to meet the program needs and priorities of the communities served.

Travel Expectations

It is expected that employees will make individual arrangements for transportation adequate to meet position responsibilities and essential job functions. Read more about UW-Madison Driver Authorization.

Applicants are required to: Have a valid drivers license and a reliable source of independent transportation for periodic in-state work travel, and/or comply with requirements for UW-Madison vehicle use authorization.

Physical Requirements

Ability to lift 20 pounds with assistance

Ability to lift 10 pounds to shoulder height

Key Job Responsibilities:

Provide administrative support across various functions, including managing correspondence, maintaining records, and performing data entry including through use of 4-H Online

Tracks program evaluation and incorporates feedback for improvement

Implements initiatives and events that serve the target audience

Procures and maintains course materials and supplies

Teaches culturally relevant educational programs to adults and youth using learner-centered activities and lessons

Helps design marketing materials and promotions for programs

Department:

Division of Extension, Positive Youth Development Institute, is hiring for a Associate 4-H Program Educator.

About Extension

Extension embodies the Wisconsin Idea by developing and connecting the research and educational resources of UW–Madison with residents and communities to address local, statewide, and national issues. We teach, learn, lead and serve, transforming lives and communities.

About the Institute

The Extension Institute of Positive Youth Development prepares the youth of today to become the effective, empathic adults of tomorrow. Our research-based youth enrichment programs like teens in governance build youth and adult capacity that help both sides grow. 4-H clubs, camps and afterschool programs give young people the hands-on experiences they need to develop an understanding of themselves and the world.

• Compensation:
• The starting salary for the position is $47,290 but is negotiable based on experience and qualifications.

This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including generous paid time off, competitively priced health/dental/vision/life insurance, tax-advantaged savings accounts, and participation in the nationally recognized Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) pension fund. Please review the summary of benefits for more information.

Required Qualifications:

At least two years of relevant work or volunteer experience in the area of youth programming

Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to build and maintain professional work environments

Experience managing multiple tasks, timelines, and schedules while maintaining high-quality work

Ability to communicate effectively using a variety of methods and technology

Demonstrated ability to effectively work with people from a wide range of backgrounds and perspectives

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience working with adult volunteers or staff and program partners

Demonstrated success in developing, delivering, and evaluating educational programs for diverse audiences utilizing a variety of educational techniques, methods, and modes.

Experience developing effective collaborative relationships or coalitions with community partners and local governments

Education:

Required Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Preferred Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

How to Apply:

We are eager to learn more about how your experience and passion may align with this position. To begin the application process, click the "apply now" button. You will be prompted to upload the following documents:

Resume

Letter of Qualifications (cover letter)

Please note when applying, there will be only one attachment field . You must upload all your documents in the attachment fiel d . Please submit a cover letter referring to your work experience and a resume detailing your educational and professional background as it relates to this position. Your cover letter should communicate your interest in the position and how your skillset aligns with the role. The application reviewers will be relying on written application materials to determine who may advance to preliminary interviews. Failure to upload all required materials may result in your application not being considered.

For additional guidance and resources on how to tailor your application materials to the job posting, please click https://extension.wisc.edu/careers/ .

Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment. Additionally UW–Madison cannot employ F-1 STEM OPT Extension participants, because UW–Madison does not meet the E-Verify employer requirement.

This position has been identified as a position of trust with access to vulnerable populations. The selected candidate will be required to pass an initial caregiver check to be eligible for employment under the Wisconsin Caregiver Law and then every two years.

​Application Deadline is October 11, 2026 at 11:59pm (CDT).

Contact Information:

Sara Dawson

608-890-2629

sara.dawson@wisc.edu

Jen McNelly

jennifer.mcnelly@wisc.edu

Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.

Institutional Statement on Diversity:

Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university commun